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Friday, 20 April 2012

The Battle of the Clerk Vs The PA - less than 2 weeks to go

It’s less than 2 weeks to go now until our Clerk of the
Course, Chris Stickels will race against his PA, Beccy Green, for the ‘The
Racing to School Frankel Challenge Trophy’ on Wednesday 2nd May.

Here is an update from the duo:

Both Chris and Beccy - along with some other members of the
Ascot team - went over to Ireland at the start of the week to promote Royal
Ascot to the Flat trainers. This was a huge success but the charity race was
constantly at the back of their minds – the pressure is mounting.

Beccy stepped up her training when she had a 1 to 1 session
with jockey, Tommy Stack, who rode Red Rum to his third victory in the Grand
National whilst in Ireland.

Chris had a training session with Newmarket Racing School
yesterday to check he is safe to ride on the 2nd May and fortunately
he passed – great news!

They are both continuing to ride out in the early mornings,
getting in as much practice in as possible before the big day. Beccy is going
to Garry Moore’s yard tomorrow, though last time she was there, she let a 2
year old loose on the picking ground, we’re hoping for no more dramas on her
return.

We still don’t have final confirmation of the horses that
Chris and Beccy will be racing on but we’re hoping to announce next week.
Follow us @AscotInsider on twitter to be the first to know.

Chris and Beccy have now raised 79% of their fundraising
total, for BHEST Racing to School, British
horseracing’s free education programme that aims to engage pupils of all
backgrounds and ages in the UK by running a wide range of learning activities.
They are well on their way to reaching the target of £4000. If you would like
to help them reach this target, visit their Just Giving Page.

To witness their battle on Wednesday 2nd May, tickets start
from £13.50 in advance for Premier Admission. Grandstand Admission has now Sold
Out. To book call 0844 346 3000 or visit ascot.co.uk.